Fruitport tanning salon burglarized for second time this year; investigation continues

FRUITPORT TOWNSHIP, MI – A Fruitport Township tanning salon burglarized in January was targeted again by thieves late last week, police said.

Sun Lover’s Tanning, 215 N. Third, was allegedly broken into overnight Friday when the business was closed, police said. Authorities said the suspect or suspects forced themselves inside the business and took an undisclosed amount of cash before fleeing the scene.

The same tanning salon was burglarized earlier in January during a rash of break-ins that were occurring in that part of the township. Cash was taken during that incident as well.

Authorities are investigating whether the two incidents are linked to the same suspects.

Anyone with information is asked to call Silent Observer at 72-CRIME or Fruitport Township Police Department at (231) 865-8477.

Police urge business owners to invest in an alarm system and install surveillance cameras in an effort to scare off potential thieves. It also help authorities identify suspects involved, police said.